Workplace Relations Specialist

2 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tandem Partners Pty Ltd. Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Tandem Partners are delighted to partner with a leading institution in the higher education sector.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for a Workplace Relations Specialist to join a collaborative and evolving team. With flexibility to lean into either employee relations (ER) or industrial relations (IR), depending on your strengths, this role will play a key part in the way complex workplace matters are handled across the organisation.

As The Workplace Relations Specialist You Will

  • Manage a range of complex ER casework, including performance management, conflict resolution, and misconduct investigations
  • Provide Tier 2 and 3 advisory support on ER/IR issues, escalated from the frontline HR team
  • Coach and guide managers on ER strategy, performance, probation, and termination
  • Interpret and apply Enterprise Agreements (EAs) and support the resolution of industrial issues
  • Partner with HR Business Partners, HSRs, unions, and key stakeholders across the business
  • Support compliance with psychosocial safety legislation and contribute to a consistent, values-aligned ER/IR approach

You will bring:
With experience in ER or IR (ideally 5+ years), you will also bring:

  • Strong case management skills, with a calm and solutions-focused approach
  • Solid understanding of EA interpretation, Fair Work legislation, and related compliance requirements
  • The ability to influence and coach managers at all levels with clarity and empathy
  • Resilience and a sense of humour, with the confidence to handle sensitive interpersonal matters
  • A down-to-earth, self-sufficient style - someone who asks questions and seeks out answers
  • Flexibility to work across multiple campuses (primarily CBD-based) three days per week

This team is welcoming of diverse backgrounds, with a focus on attitude, adaptability, and a genuine approach. Candidates with formal qualifications in ER/IR or legal training are encouraged to apply, but not essential.

If you are confident that your experience reflects the criteria outlined, please apply on-line to the attention of
Jessica Tovey
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